Suggestions on a grill

gaspipe1 · 08-09-2011, 11:42 AM

Seems my Coleman is dead after only 4 years. So here is my plan on a replacement.. a Weber Genesis S-330, which I think I can get for $820 shipped.

But for some reason my heart is yearning for a charcoal grill and do away w/gas. Does anyone know of a good substitute for a gas grill like the S-330?

-Some things I like is a 300-500" grilling surface
-Simple to clean and regulate for temps
-Something that will be able to snuff out the coals when I'm done to minimize waste.
-I'm thinking a budget of $500
-I'm already using an UDS for low and slow.. so I want something more for grilling.

I know Yoder has a nice looking grill the Abilene for $500. I just have not been able to find any reviews on it. Any info you grilling farkers can provide will be appreciated.

BTW even if the answer is that "everyone should have at least one gas grill for burgers and dogs" that is fine also. I just wanted to know if there is a charcoal grill that is almost as convenient as a Weber gas grill. TY again

dadsr4 · 08-09-2011, 11:46 AM

Weber 22 inch. Anything it won't handle, The WSM will.

timzcardz · 08-09-2011, 11:46 AM

How about the Weber Performer?

Charcoal with gas start.

http://www.weber.com/explore/grills/...ries/performer

Chef Jim · 08-09-2011, 11:50 AM

I have not used my gasser for over a year +. And I'm thinking of selling it. But I feel your pain, I know it's there if I need it.

Your grilling area puts a damper on things. I absolutely love my Weber Performer. It grills, it smokes, it's just a little smaller that you requested. If you really need that much just add another kettle to the mix. All for under $500

Harbormaster · 08-09-2011, 11:55 AM

Don't forget about the Weber 26.75", if more space is what you need.

Teleking · 08-09-2011, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaspipe1

-I'm already using an UDS for low and slow.. so I want something more for grilling.

Mod the UDS by making a smaller charcoal basket and add another rack to set it on below the cooking grate. Cheap mod and save the kackle for food and beer.

Cheers

Lake Dogs · 08-09-2011, 01:45 PM

I just purchased a Weber Genesis E-310; Wallyworld site-to-store free, with tax was $697.

gaspipe1 · 08-09-2011, 09:04 PM

My UDS actually has a lower rack that was intended for a pan if needed. I have used it once as grill grate to cook up some skirt steak. I couldn't get it too hot but it was my fault.. I never cleaned out the ashes under the firebox from the last two cooks. I will try that again next time I smoke something and then need to cook some burgers and such.

I think I want something a lil easier to manage for grilling. But ty for the idea, especially when someone is try'n to save me money.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teleking

Mod the UDS by making a smaller charcoal basket and add another rack to set it on below the cooking grate. Cheap mod and save the kackle for food and beer.

Cheers

PimpSmoke · 08-09-2011, 09:05 PM

Build a UDS

gaspipe1 · 08-09-2011, 09:11 PM

I do like the Weber Performer.. Especially the part about the gas starter and the table is always nice. I even saw one (could be a mod) with a normal propane tank in place of the coal bucket.

The 26.75" is defiantly a possibility. It could be that I'm just attracted to that bad ass look of a big "Texas style grill" lol.

If anyone has any opinion on Yoder Grill or other similar grill please let me know.

PimpSmoke · 08-09-2011, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaspipe1

I do like the Weber Performer.. Especially the part about the gas starter and the table is always nice. I even saw one (could be a mod) with a normal propane tank in place of the coal bucket.

The 26.75" is defiantly a possibility. It could be that I'm just attracted to that bad ass look of a big "Texas style grill" lol.

If anyone has any opinion on Yoder Grill or other similar grill please let me know.

Yoder, pfftt. Why pay all that money for a purpose built piece of equipment when you can get a barrel, some bolts and a grate and do the same thing?

martyleach · 08-09-2011, 11:03 PM

I recently bought a Weber Performer (Blue) and absolutely love it. I hate to admit it but my large Egg is getting a little jealous. The Performer has enough work table to prep stuff. The grill is larger enough to cook direct and indirect. It's just a lot of fun for me.

Weber's warranty and customer service is world class!!

MikeyLuvsBBQ · 08-10-2011, 12:10 AM

Personally, I'd go with the with the 26.75" Weber One-Touch Gold just for the larger grilling surface. If you want more bells and whistles, go with the Weber Performer.

captndan · 08-10-2011, 06:13 AM

Check out Meco. Their in house brand is Aussie. Very well built and the price is good.

El Lobo · 08-10-2011, 06:30 AM

Char-griller was a great grill for me. 600 square inches or so and less than 150 bucks. I've had it for 9 years and it still keeps on ticking.

08-09-2011, 11:42 AM	#1
gaspipe1 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-23-11 Location: Cranford, NJ	Suggestions on a grill Seems my Coleman is dead after only 4 years. So here is my plan on a replacement.. a Weber Genesis S-330, which I think I can get for $820 shipped. But for some reason my heart is yearning for a charcoal grill and do away w/gas. Does anyone know of a good substitute for a gas grill like the S-330? -Some things I like is a 300-500" grilling surface -Simple to clean and regulate for temps -Something that will be able to snuff out the coals when I'm done to minimize waste. -I'm thinking a budget of $500 -I'm already using an UDS for low and slow.. so I want something more for grilling. I know Yoder has a nice looking grill the Abilene for $500. I just have not been able to find any reviews on it. Any info you grilling farkers can provide will be appreciated. BTW even if the answer is that "everyone should have at least one gas grill for burgers and dogs" that is fine also. I just wanted to know if there is a charcoal grill that is almost as convenient as a Weber gas grill. TY again

08-09-2011, 11:46 AM	#3
timzcardz Babbling Farker Join Date: 07-22-05 Location: Long Island, NY	How about the Weber Performer? Charcoal with gas start. http://www.weber.com/explore/grills/...ries/performer __________________ GRIM REAPER SMOKERS - "BBQ To Die For" ™ "Founders Club" Operation BBQ Relief Weber Smokey Mountain x 3 Weber Genesis Silver x 2 Weber One Touch Gold Weber Performer x 2 Weber Smokey Joe Bottle of Absolut Bottle of Beer Everything Ripken, "Cards and Que. One tastes of cardboard, the other sweet blue." ©

08-09-2011, 11:50 AM	#4
Chef Jim Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-07-10 Location: Tequesta, Florida	I have not used my gasser for over a year +. And I'm thinking of selling it. But I feel your pain, I know it's there if I need it. Your grilling area puts a damper on things. I absolutely love my Weber Performer. It grills, it smokes, it's just a little smaller that you requested. If you really need that much just add another kettle to the mix. All for under $500 __________________ Judge Jim, Given to me by Terry @ Git R Smoked. Chef Jim, Gym, Jim, or CJ. [B][COLOR=Black] I'm not a Chef, but I play one on the internet.[/COLOR][/B] [URL]http://www.chef-jim.com[/URL] [FONT=Tahoma][SIZE=3][FONT=Tahoma]A veteran is Someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." That is honor, and there are far too many people in this country who no longer understand it. Author unknown.[/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT] [COLOR=Red][COLOR=Black] [/COLOR][/COLOR]

08-09-2011, 11:55 AM	#5
Harbormaster somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-14-06 Location: Wyocena/Pardeeville, WI Name/Nickname : Clark	Don't forget about the Weber 26.75", if more space is what you need. __________________ Clark My Boys: Joseph (EI); Andrew (EE); Daniel (EE) My Toys: 10 WSMs (B, C, E, DH, DA, EZ, DZ, EO, DU, DR); 5 - 22.5" Bar-B-Q-Kettles; 2 - 18.5" Bar-B-Q-Kettle; 4 WGAs (EZ, DE, N, B); 2 SJPs ( DR, DR); 2 Smokey Joes (A, K); Brinkman Cimmaron. "For when democracy becomes tyranny, those of us with rifles still get to vote"

08-09-2011, 01:45 PM	#7
Lake Dogs Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-14-09 Location: Lake Sinclair, GA Name/Nickname : Hance	I just purchased a Weber Genesis E-310; Wallyworld site-to-store free, with tax was $697. __________________ Hance - MiM/MBN/GBA CBJ and comp cook Lake Sinclair, GA (strategically about an hour from darn near anywhere) My competition daze are probably behind me now; I pretty much cook for family, friends, and frankly the peace and solitude I get from smokin' on an offset... Was Lang 84DX, now Bubba Grills 250R and many Weber grills

08-09-2011, 11:46 AM	#2
dadsr4 somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 02-08-10 Location: Howell, MI	Weber 22 inch. Anything it won't handle, The WSM will.

08-09-2011, 09:05 PM	#9
PimpSmoke is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-28-06 Location: Tha' Boo	Build a UDS __________________ So here we are in my paisley crib, what you want to eat? "Ribs"...ah, Latoya, I don't serve ribs. Better be happy that dress is still on, I heard the rip when you sat down.

08-09-2011, 09:11 PM	#10
gaspipe1 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-23-11 Location: Cranford, NJ	I do like the Weber Performer.. Especially the part about the gas starter and the table is always nice. I even saw one (could be a mod) with a normal propane tank in place of the coal bucket. The 26.75" is defiantly a possibility. It could be that I'm just attracted to that bad ass look of a big "Texas style grill" lol. If anyone has any opinion on Yoder Grill or other similar grill please let me know.

08-09-2011, 11:03 PM	#12
martyleach Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 12-17-10 Location: Pleasanton, Ca	I recently bought a Weber Performer (Blue) and absolutely love it. I hate to admit it but my large Egg is getting a little jealous. The Performer has enough work table to prep stuff. The grill is larger enough to cook direct and indirect. It's just a lot of fun for me. Weber's warranty and customer service is world class!! __________________ XL BGE, Kamado Joe Jr, Santa Maria pit, 26" Weber custom performer, MAK One Star pellet cooker, 14.5" WSM, Jumbo Joe, WGA, Arte Flame griddle insert for the 26" Weber. Custom wooden handles for BBQ's made by Marty Leach (oh, that's me) [url]http://www.amlwoodart.com[/url]

08-10-2011, 12:10 AM	#13
MikeyLuvsBBQ On the road to being a farker Join Date: 07-02-11 Location: The Old Dominion	Personally, I'd go with the with the 26.75" Weber One-Touch Gold just for the larger grilling surface. If you want more bells and whistles, go with the Weber Performer. __________________ NB Silver Smoker \| 22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain \| 22.5" Weber OTG \| Weber Smokey Joe

08-10-2011, 06:13 AM	#14
captndan Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-29-11 Location: Greeneville TN	Check out Meco. Their in house brand is Aussie. Very well built and the price is good.

08-10-2011, 06:30 AM	#15
El Lobo is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-18-11 Location: Great White North	Char-griller was a great grill for me. 600 square inches or so and less than 150 bucks. I've had it for 9 years and it still keeps on ticking.

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